HOW TO DO
DEADLIFT WITH DUMBBELLS
BY
SEQUOIA HALDAN
Deadlifts
with dumbbells is a good beginner strength exercise that helps strengthen your lower back and legs.
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GLUTES
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HAMSTRINGS
01.
Standing hip-width apart with a straight back and shoulders down, holding dumbbells in each hand.
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02.
As you hinge down from the hips, stick the glutes back while keeping a flat back and with a soft bend at the knees.
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03.
Lower your torso until it’s parallel to the floor and dumbbells are nearly touching the ground. You’ll feel a deep stretch in your hamstrings.
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04.
Slowly reverse the movement engaging your core and return to the starting position. Repeat.
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